We are celebrating 15 years — and counting — of stories that are deeply researched and deeply felt, that build a historical record of what the city has been.
We are celebrating 15 years — and counting — of stories that are deeply researched and deeply felt, that build a historical record of what the city has been.
Always backup your hw_ctree.xml config before starting. And if you see “Software Upgrade Failed” at 99%—don’t panic. Just reboot and clear your browser cache. Overall: The HG8245Q2 is a beast of a gateway when running current firmware. The update process is stressful and poorly documented by Huawei, but the end result is worth it for enthusiasts. Just don’t attempt this at 11 PM on a work night.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
Reviewed by: NetAdmin_Tom | Firmware tested: R018C10SPC110 | Hardware version: 484E
❌ You’re a casual user, your ISP pushes updates automatically, or you can’t afford a 2-hour downtime for recovery.
A risky but rewarding update that unlocks stability and features—provided you know what you’re doing.